Wild Tawny Owls Adopt 6 Orphaned Owlets | Full Story | Luna & Bomber | Robert E Fuller

Tawny owls Luna and Bomber warmed hearts around the world after adopting 6 orphaned owlets.
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Securing a nest
The story begins as this tawny owl pair search for a suitable site to start a family. When they return to last year's nest, they have to fight barn owl Gylfie for it. But the battle is worth it- this nest is special to Luna. This is where she grew up as a fostered owl.
Tawny owl eggs
Luna goes on to lay 3 eggs, each 64 hours apart. Look out for Bomber's joyful reaction when he spots the first one.
Eggs fail
After 30 days of incubation, it was clear that Luna's eggs were not going to hatch. Later I shine a torch through them and see they were never viable.
Time to act
While a pair of jackdaws lay siege to the nest, blocking the tawny owl mum inside, I am called out to rescue two tawny owl chicks that have fallen from a straw stack.
A solution
The owls need a mum, and Luna needs babies - so I open the back of the nest to let Luna out and clear the sticks. Then I place the chicks inside in hopes that she will return.
Luna welcomes the orphans
Hours later Luna flies back to the nest and spots the owlets. She rushes over and wraps them under her wings as if they were her own. Later Bomber meets them and his reaction is equally touching.
Jackdaws return
But the threat from the jackdaws isn't over and soon they have trapped the family inside. Luna is visibly distressed. Without my help, all three owls would surely die.
Parents compete
Luna, so delighted to be a mum at last, barely allows Bomber a moment with the chicks. So possessive over them, she pushes him away whenever he arrives with food or tries to spend time with them.
Chicks grow fast
With all this love and attention the chicks grow up fast and it isn't long before they take their first peeks outside the nest and flap their wings, ready to fly.
ID Rings
Before they go, BTO licenced bird ringer Jean Thorpe of Ryedale Rehabilitation arrives to clip ID rings on their legs. These are individually numbered and help track owl populations across the country.
Flying lessons
Luna acts as a teacher, encouraging the first chick (named Dusk by our livestream fans) to hop to a nearby branch before launching off into the trees.
More foster chicks
Just as Bomber & Luna's work is done, 3 more tawny owl chicks are handed in. Luna instantly welcomes the first, but it takes the owl parents a few days to realise there are more. Then a third rescue arrives from Doncaster. We nickname him Donny and watch with delight as he is accepted by the family.
All 6 owlets fly free
As I watch all 6 owlets flit through the trees it's incredible to think back at their incredible journey.
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I am a British wildlife artist and filmmaker on a mission to share my love for wildlife with the world. As well as creating detailed animal film and art portraits, I promote wildlife tours around the world and do all I can to help conserve and protect wildlife here at my home in Yorkshire. I hope that by putting nature in the frame I can foster a deep love for wildlife amongst my followers.
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CHAPTERS
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00:00 Meet Luna
00:11 Owls Search for Place To Nest
00:42 Fight for Nest
01:31 Luna's Adoption Story
04:32 Luna Lays First Egg
08:38 Eggs Fail
08:39 Jackdaw Siege
09:03 Rescuing Two Tawny Owlets
09:44 Placing Owlets with Luna
11:51 Luna Welcomes Owlets
13:32 Owlets Meet Foster Father
15:22 Jackdaw Trap
20:47 Luna Possessive of Chicks
24:00 Chick's Get ID Rings
29:15 Chick's First Look Outside
30:31 Allopreening
32:25 Flying Lessons
37:24 More Tawny Orphans
43:07 Final Rescue
46:23 Helping Feed Owlets
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[@KlodFather]

Your owl next needs a robotic BB turret full automatic so when the other birds come to plug up the nest, the system makes sure they get their necessary shots LOL Problem solved. I saw a guy build a computer that would shoot the wings off mosquitos that passed a certain point and was near 100% effective. Its easy enough to do.

[@Jeremya74]

Why are you so sure she would just move the sticks from the hole herself?

[@christinenewton1103]

Hello Robert, what a truly amazing and at times tear jerking video. The beautiful caring parent birds are brilliant. Your work with them must be so rewarding. All the very best, Christine.

[@bahandi]

Those chicks are cute 9:45

[@magdaleneofdivinelove5984]

absolutely precious!

[@Kororocket]

I looove the idea that Luna comes back to a her previously empty nest and now has two babies and a bunch of snacks and she's like "Dang, I am KILLING this motherhood thing."

[@RobertEFuller]

She is - did you see she is currently preparing for new eggs. Check out the livestream to see

[@josephrion3514]

Twelve minutes in I'm really surprised that she did not have the ability to remove the blockage nest at the front of her house, and where was bomber. Very curious how that all played out or didn't.

[@Kororocket]

@@RobertEFuller How exciting!!! Go Luna and Bomber!

[@georgeharrisonfricklas7927]

@@josephrion3514 i can't believe you're being judgemental about a pair of owls 😭😭

[@Gwenhwyfar7]

@@josephrion3514 Right, I would think they could slowly remove all the twigs. It's sad that this is how owls die in the wild.

[@welladjustedcollegekid8774]

I like how Bomber and Luna are like "wait..how many kids did we have before? Are these new? Eh whatever they're probably ours" and care for them regardless

[@dudearlo]

He lookin close at him like...”wait....are those my kids 😮”

[@MayorReii]

"👁👁 where did u guys come from" "Hungry? "

[@avalonjustin]

"They sure grew up fast! They were just eggs two days ago."

[@colinstu]

hormones are a helluva drug

[@elizabethswan2040]

Brilliant.

[@thelastmelon6875]

I love how the barnowl in the beginning didnt care about the nest. She just wanted to fight Bomber. Like he owes her money

[@foxylady6901]

😂😂❤

[@A..Shadow..]

He probably owes her child support. 🦉💬 'You still owe me 3 dead mice and a baby duckling Bomber. Don't think I've forgotten.' 😂

[@lencicollier6492]

😂I’m dyyyiinng! 🤣

[@PoM-MoM]

​@@A..Shadow.. 64 hours x 3 plus 60 days/nights.... I'd say that's 10 mice and 20 fish and a few squirrels

[@jaspersteeve5791]

LOL HE owes her because he didn't come back with the food like how dads don't come back with the milk beause dads never ever want to come back with the milk. 😂🤣

[@Tenchigumi]

Luna must have such an interesting take on reality. Raised as a rescued and adopted owlet, returns to the nest where she was raised only to see it completely transformed, and then ends up having a constantly multiplying supply of owlets who are all much older than her eggs would suggest.

[@EndOfLineTech]

Its an animal, it doesn't have a "take on reality"

[@onbekend1631]

@@EndOfLineTech you do realize we are animals aswell?

[@scythe5966]

@@EndOfLineTechthen it will surprise you to find out what we humans used to be 😅

[@SeattleRaindrop206]

@@scythe5966We still are animals! 🌎🤙🫶

[@BirbicusButticus]

@@EndOfLineTech Don't ever own a pet. damn psychopath.

[@Mandy7D7]

I was shocked when Luna brought an entire rabbit home for dinner. "Kids, look at what Mommy found at the Cosco!"

[@foxhound7327]

😂😂😂

[@jayoue1515]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@waitwhat564]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@dasparado]

Nicely done, very funny

[@TheOneAndOnlySaro]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@juliatriestoart4101]

I love how the barn owl (Finna) comes into the nest, sees an egg, and instead of killing it gently taps it to confirm it’s and egg and leaves it safe in the nest

[@deadwaste1]

Owls know other owl eggs lol

[@wezlo8733]

It was great!

[@AnnieBoBannie421]

She was absolutely gorgeous

[@elainemechelke7346]

What a wonderful family ❤

[@laurakastrup]

Finn. Sadly he’s passed away, found by Robert in a watering trough. But he was a very gentle barn owl, also showing up on the Kestrel’s Mr and Mrs. Kes’ cam a few seasons ago. He liked visiting his neighbours. I suppose since him and his mate Gylfie were always successful it didn’t matter to him there was competitors

[@Tickler428]

Its like the Jackdaws are the petty couple thats mad at Luna and Bomber for buying the house before them when they had been looking at it for a while

[@Beara-bear]

Goochie goochie gooo 🤣 be tickles yew 🤩

[@kaede1_346]

@@Beara-bear wtf

[@theevildalek5425]

Bomber is THE dad! Such a good dad! 🥲

[@KaptifLaDistillerie]

He has to provide for the family but he can't see the children. This sounds very human to me 😅

[@Taima]

Kinda upsetting to see how unappreciated he is. Luna being so pushy and demanding and he just wants to be a good dad and see/feed his kids.

[@rexoni2512]

@@Taima He's probably standing guard outside the nest but not captured on camera.

[@user-lq4ct6dr5m]

@@TaimaKinda natural for animals to behave like that Though Bomber likes to sneak in to play with his children before being kicked out again

[@alexandramunoz4551]

He'll yeah, HE is!!!!

[@peterson7740]

I did not intend on watching an hour of adopted owls but it was so fascinating I couldn't stop watching. I'm so happy you were able to give 6 owls a chance at life.

[@RobertEFuller]

It was amazing to watch the story unfold and to be able to share with everyone. Such a wonderful story.

[@lilserenity2009]

save the video..Thank you Robert for caring and loving the chicks too..@@RobertEFuller

[@alexindi]

same

[@christineGrace994]

Samee. And I don’t understand so much English, but the history was so good that I think I learning new words. JAJA

[@jorgemendez9082]

Same here, the hour passed by "flying" 🦉

[@drake19992]

I absolutely love that Bomber secretly spends time with the chicks

[@Beara-bear]

😏 he's a real casinova 😉

[@dbz9393]

I'm a grown ass 30 year old man crying over these cute owls

[@cthulhuhoops]

Luna IMMEDIATELY embracing the owlets was so so so sweet. She was so ready to be a mom, and Boomer's joy at seeing their kids was especially adorable.

[@SSVDINightmare_Studios]

I love how Bomber is just: “Let me see our children woman!” the entire time and Luna just doesn’t let him 😂

[@Jess-bu7ji]

Poor Bomber!

[@oriel9347]

46:00 Realizing Bomber is there guarding all the fledglings was so heartwarming. 🥰

[@pullingonthestrings]

Are you a chicken, or a man? Get us some food, DAMMIT!

[@AngelaLawless]

She was like "these kids are eating me out of house and home." You've got to go get more food, right now!

[@Nah_I_Would_Plummet]

that's a female bird, not a woman. A woman is an social interpretation of a human female.

[@LaNoir.]

Bomber best dad, he doesn't even ask why he suddenly has 3 new kids without even doing the dance

[@wireless-earbuds-brain-tumor]

That's a reasonable question to have

[@michellebelin3323]

He knows his wife is stepping out but he rather keep the peace as long as he helps feed them babies no child support 🤣

[@alexholt5930]

It's the Hey dear, I adopted another 3 Children, I know you wanted another one, but will 3 more do instead? Yes deary this'll do nicely

[@LathropLdST]

@@michellebelin3323 quit humanizing animal behaviour, you chimp.

[@iwjfhaifn2950]

@@michellebelin3323 disgusting

[@bumbinelson]

Luna and Bomber's like: "New babies? Got it, no prob!". Best parents ever! I love them plus all of the kids so much.

[@Beara-bear]

🥰 nice thing says

[@Animals-hv9uj]

*This could easily be considered one of the most captivating gems on the internet. The enchanting instant when Luna locks eyes with the camera at **12:15** sends shivers down my spine. It's as if she possesses an innate understanding that the cameraman has bestowed upon her those precious owlets.*

[@leah7402]

I felt the same way??

[@moniqueengleman873]

I didn't mean to spend an hour watching this, but it was so captivating

[@royalblanket]

I've got a strong hunch this comment is AI-generated, considering it's in bold for no reason, uses oddly formal language, and the channel name is something generic and auto-generated with no profile picture

[@moniqueengleman873]

@@royalblanket after rereading and seeing that comment, I can see your point.

[@TheCandiceWang]

10:17. 10:23. 10:57. 11:59

[@evenif7431]

Bomber stealing some time to be sweet with the chicks while Luna is out is so cute and also hilarious

[@larrysmiths1]

Sometimes with estranged fathers stealing is the only way one gets time with the little ones..... not hilarious, pathetic more like.

[@marjorjorietillman856]

I do feel a little sorry for Bomber, because he’s such a good father! As I wanted Luna to let him feed the babies too! 😢

[@plumcave9942]

@@larrysmiths1 He's not estranged though, the hell are you on about?

[@coffee5276]

@@plumcave9942 ignore him, he sounds like he’s talking from personal experience :(

[@larrysmiths1]

@@plumcave9942 Estranged is a matter subject to various interpretations.

[@Atombender]

Finn leaving the egg and nest alone was such a relief, he's a good boy.

[@surtu9221]

Finn seems to be really chill with other eggs just in general. He seems to know he's in a good place and doesn't have to worry about competition XD

[@ChrisTesch87]

@@surtu9221 agreed, this isn't the first time he's been in another nest and didn't harm the eggs. Finn just likes checking things out. It's the dang Jackdaws with that "we're going to seal you in" strategy they have 🤣

[@imajokerimasmokerimamidnig7442]

@ 20:45 While mamma is out he came by too feed ,bath and watch the baby owlets .. Their is so many dynamics going on ,its obvious animals have their own lil worlds ,communication and survival tactics that carry on.. What an absolutely great viseo..

[@Kherron201]

@@imajokerimasmokerimamidnig7442 that was bomber, Finn was the barn owl that was in the nest at the start.

[@markoprotic765]

so worry,egg stolen

[@EmpressSerenityOfBrittany]

You can hear the owlets clicking their beaks when they get their ID rings. For those of you that don't know, owls clicking their beaks is them trying to spook off something that annoys them. They're so quiet even though they're so annoyed. So cute.

[@zev007]

I can't believe I've just watched a 50min vid about owls.

[@PraiseJesusOurKing]

Bomber and Luna deserve a great parenting award.

[@RobertEFuller]

They are just fantastic.

[@FreljilTheHungi]

20:52 the way Bomber panics and looks side to side as Luna scolds him to leave is hilarious

[@RobertEFuller]

I know 😄he knows his place

[@X..Str1nge..Ali3n..X]

The way she was so happy when she saw those chicks in her nest, it’s so heartwarming. She instantly got to work to take care of these owlets. Robert keep up the amazing work!

[@dericksnyder4757]

Fun fact, Fin the Barn Owl actually started working for Robert last year. So you know, Fin was just dropping by for a quick check up and to validate if they needed some last-minute lighting changes. Once he confirmed the cameras were working correctly, and the egg was in good shape, he went to check in on the Kestrel nest. Really smart hire on Robs part. Sure, he prefers his pay in dead rodents, but he's great for the night crew and is surprisingly good with electronics.

[@rexoni2512]

What are you talking about? That doesn't make any sense at all. Get some common sense. I'm sure he didn't get paid in dead rodents but a luxurious meal of cut out stakes for his hard works.

[@dericksnyder4757]

Ah, yes my mistake. hahaha@@rexoni2512

[@user-vz7ls5qm5c]

I loved it. Very cute and original, creative thought. 😊💜✌🏻

[@adamjsher04]

Love the barn owl being like "Oh! An egg! Jolly good. Is it... ok mhm indubitably new! How splendid! I best be going."

[@Felix.Fictus]

this is the best comment. gold star.

[@lorip.917]

I’ve been crying…is this normal? I can’t stop crying! Ughhhh😢😫😙

[@impulseclown]

5:14

[@Ge3Ge3]

Bombers first reaction was so cute 😊 he was like "wait how long have I been gone? They're so big already!?"

[@TrashleysPets]

The dads where I live do the same thing 😅

[@bingolinging]

Bomber could be the equivalent of the empty minded parent who doesn't know how he got here today While luna is the over-possessive "I want them to myself" and things their husband can't do anything right 😅

[@Beara-bear]

They grow so fast, friend told me 😊

[@Beara-bear]

​@@TrashleysPetswhat, id like to interject a clever comment but have several perceptions on your post. Could be good, Could be bad. Could be good/bad or bad/,good. Its okay be good/bad 🤣 I stop here, this gets lengthy occasionally 😉

[@Tonyal2012]

I'm 66 years old and have been a nature and especially bird lover all my life. This is right up there at being one of the best videos I have ever seen. I have loved birds since I was 5 or 6 years old and owls are probably my favorite of all the birds.

[@tlims1974a]

Bomber and Luna are probably wondering…”Where are all these kids coming from?” LOL. Great job raising them! 🦉

[@juliatriestoart4101]

I love that she has a kestrel as a neighbor who sees her and is like “damn someone moved in next door? Alright cool”

[@mandystarr404]

Luna was giving mrs Kes a hard time tho

[@qichen85]

@@mandystarr404 well, female tawny owls are something like seven times the weight of American Kestrels, so probably scared Mrs Kes quite a bit. Would be another story if the neighbors are peregrine falcons instead of Kestrels.

[@ScotiaPreasent]

Kind of came full circle here, Luna was a rescued chick who was adopted by a caring mother, and now she’s adopted rescue chicks of her own. Luna is amazing ❤

[@mercedesramosborrego5115]

NO PUEDO. SIN TRADUCCIÓN. QUE YO SOY DE REVISAR VIDEOS. QUE NO ME GUSTEN HOY, PUEDE Q DENTRO DE UN MES, RECTIFIQUE. UNA PERSONA ES UNA MISMA Y SUS CIRCUNSTANCIAS.

[@connormclernon26]

She’s repaying the favor

[@violeta9774]

Love it

[@nityah6815]

Yeah 🥰

[@EmyN]

On the same nest nonetheless

[@131rl_]

The head bopping in the camera is such a kid thing to do, no matter what creature

[@TimeSurfer206]

BABIES!!! Never ceases to amaze me how strong the drive of Motherhood is. Even in us men. I had an owl get caught in a rat trap one night, found it that morning with a broken leg. I missed school that day, too busy at the Vet's and then being given a crash course by Fish and Wildlife. We nursed him back to health in the house, and released him once healed. I was the only one that interacted with him, and then it was with props and desire to not get him accustomed to humans. But, for years after, I would randomly have an owl appear out of nowhere and land on my shoulder.

[@Beara-bear]

🧐 tada 🤩

[@Beara-bear]

BTW, you are a very feminine sounding dude. 🌈 did you spend your lunch money on the vet 🤣 jk 😊

[@jayecee88]

You could feel her sorrow when her eggs didn't hatch, and I teared up at the shrieks of pure joy when she returned to the nest to find two chicks, and when Bomber returned and found out too. 😢❤

[@RobertEFuller]

It’s Incredible to see these amazing moments it provides nature is a bit more special than we think it is

[@jayecee88]

@@RobertEFuller It would've been a shame, the first clutch for them both, first time parents to lose them. But you created a little miracle that kept multiplying 😊 It was a great episode!

[@EndOfLineTech]

Wouldn't say sorrow as she doesn't know what's going on like you think, like he said but won't admit it because he's feeling, baiting people. She has an excess of hormones that are going to build and build thats going to cause stress and anxiety. And no point did she ever think to herself. "oh my gersh, muh babies, why haven't my babies hatched I'm so sad and depressed I'm going to go eat a tub of ice cream and blame my partner, then go kill myself." Its simply chemical responses, it's a form of feelings that all living things share. We are mostly the same in that regard, but we have the ability to, you know, be conscious. You don't think to yourself when you smell cut grass, "oh my god, those poor grass creatures screaming out and crying in pain. That's so horrible, they must feel so bad. They however understand being cut in half as "pain" so what invalidates their pain? But it would be monstrous to cut a bunch of owls in half. But somehow not monstrous to kill baby mice to feed to wild birds. But it would be monstrous if he left those baby owls to be part of the circle of life. Us humans have very skewed, biased opinions to what's right and wrong. Based on whatever we want.

[@mariekastler5391]

​@@EndOfLineTechif you examine what's currently happening in animal sciences, you'll find that humans are coming around to the view that emotions have evolved same as physical structures and societies. But don't let current understanding get in the way of your crapping all over everyone else's ideas!!!!

[@mariekastler5391]

​​@@EndOfLineTechPS, the smell of cut grass Actually Is a communication of danger between plants and other plants respond accordingly. IF you care to learn something new, look up "In Search of the Mother Tree" for well written SCIENCE NON FICTION.

[@Jordysegs89]

Luna seemed sad when she left the nest with her eggs still inside but when she came back to find two baby chicks, she seemed to jump with excitement and instantly got to work mothering them. You can see the moment she falls instantly in love with the babies

[@RobertEFuller]

Yes its one of my favourite moments I have ever filmed it’s incredible to see her emotions and expressions are so obvious to see 🦉

[@Jordysegs89]

@@RobertEFuller 💯! The internet claims owls can’t feel love or their emotional connections are limited. I disagree entirely. We can’t judge based on the size of the brain. The actions of Luna speak for themselves

[@nadalhector2148]

OK...Now I see.

[@williamjohnson4417]

@@Jordysegs89 what? Who on the internet says that? Just like Mammals produce the hormone oxytocin (aka love), Birds produce a similar functioning hormone called Mesotocin.

[@unablesmilethegamer4323]

@@RobertEFuller at 12:20 she looks at the camera and it looks like she has tears of joy as she looks at the camera as if she knows something is watching out for her it made me tear up a bit

[@braynjohnson4302]

It’s so nice to see a nature documentary where the videographer/narrater steps in and helps when things are going poorly for the animals. What a lovely thing you’re doing here. Thank you for sharing and God bless!

[@WrDsliestIstDf]

This is not nice, its rather sad how humans cant handle the harshness of nature and project their pathetic feelings onto animals, interfeering with their lives and the way of the world just because they cant face reality and by that have no respect for nature and its ways.

[@KARMAZYNA]

Tawny owl: **goofy hoots hoots** Barn owl: **demonic screeching**

[@diodedrake2946]

Seeing all 6 owlets together with Bomber watching over them near the end just goes to show that even in the Animal Kingdom, family isn't just who you're related to.

[@Beanibirb]

It's absolutely adorable

[@Tay_4z]

He provided for everyone so well he brought so much food home

[@ginalou5774]

The look of sheer panic on bombers face when Luna returns 😂

[@Enderwave22]

Bomber: Oh, darn it. *Exits the nest* Luna: Bomber... Bomber: Yeah yeah, I know, I'm going, babe.

[@danr.1299]

I didn’t expect to watch the whole thing without skipping but damn this guy really knew how to make their story captivating. Thank you for all you do

[@Beara-bear]

Was most fascinating, wonderfully worded video I've ever seen regarding owls. He's truly a credit to furbabies and those who love em 🥰

[@Xavier_Draws_And_Scares]

Luna 100% remembered that she, herself, was adopted and knew that she had to take these babies. She wanted to give them what her surrogate mother gave her, a chance at life

[@jerushamaxwell281]

Luna so wanted her own owlet family to care for, and Robert made it all possible by saving the lives of six sweet orphaned babies for the motherly owl to raise. What a devoted pair of parents were Luna and Bomber, with extra food provided by Robert, watching over the family. This documentary is a gift of beauty and light!

[@abbydabby9112]

the way she looked at the camera at 12:20, it was almost like she was thanking Robert for the babies. 😭

[@jerushamaxwell281]

@@abbydabby9112 Don't all owls have the most beautiful big round eyes?

[@thornyback]

@@abbydabby9112 I came here to say that. It was obvious that she knew that they came through there with help.

[@renujagasia5031]

Wonderful

[@kimberlykinkysweet1091]

Truly an Amen moment

[@canyonraney7641]

I love how at 25:18 the owlet is just cartoonishly placed into the bag. Bomber is an absolute chad, deapite having Luna barking at him to leave. Seeing luna see the chicks for the first time was heartwarming!

[@TheCandiceWang]

😂😅

[@CH1NOBL]

Okay so I wasn't the only one.

[@5skdm]

Lol the owlet was just staring in the same direction without any emotion while it was just plopped into the bag

[@aston-elson-family3412]

Pov: You got an owl pet in any mmorpg game and u decide to keep it in your inventory

[@h0rriphic]

Bag of owls.

[@Jenjen-qc5eq]

Imagine a complete stranger deciding to move their furniture into your home while you are watching tv, those Jackdaws are damn cheeky...😊☕

[@jocelynaccetta6853]

Amazing how Luna and Bomber just take over the care of the little owlets even when they fledged

[@Bad--Wolf]

11:59 I never tire of watching Luna greet the first two adopted chicks, a magical moment

[@Hossak]

I am the same, definitive proof that love is universal :)

[@RobertEFuller]

Yes it was one of those moments we will all remember for sure

[@carolann95]

I play it often as well. It brings such joy the moment that Luna sees "her" owlets. It is magical.

[@davehoward22]

There's no pause at all

[@Bad--Wolf]

@@davehoward22 that’s what I love about it. She has absolutely no doubt they are hers to care for… beautiful

[@juliatriestoart4101]

Bomber making happy noises and being so excited to see his adopted babies is so sweet

[@Thean.imalworld.]

When Luna turned to the camera after receiving the babies, it was magical. It's almost like she's saying thank you

[@ondreasirianne8863]

all those babies found an amazing mother and father 🥰

[@pinkcupcake4717]

Luna has a lovely little home in a wood overseen by a gentle giant who makes sure food is never too low, she's got it made! You could make a children's book about the residents of the woods. They're all such big personalities.

[@carolann95]

A book 🥰is great idea as well as a cuddly or stuffed owl toy. I'd love to have a Tawny or Barn owl toy, and I'm adult. 😉

[@jacquelynperry7941]

Most definitely write a book! Seriously. You will make a fortune for your animals. Your work captivates & enlightens on so many levels. If you were wearing a fig leaf, I believe that is what God had in mind when He gave Man dominion over the animals. Bravo & I'm giving you a standing ovation.

[@carolann95]

@@jacquelynperry7941 🥰

[@arielsea9087]

If all else fails, the eye will feed us.

[@chrisd755]

A book is a great idea! What warm and friendly comments. ❤️

[@tabbytabster]

it's hilarious to see Luna brooding the chicks, they're spilling out of her feathers yet she persists😂

[@moppeliini6614]

Luna's life is full of miracles. Baby's are popping up suddenly, and extra food. Getting trapped and suddenly free.. Beautiful foster parents.🥰 And lovely human who is helping in shadows.

[@01narrator]

25 years ago this would have been the #1 show on discovery, now we got ice road truckers and people fishing lol love the content bro

[@ginorvdw]

I was not expecting to watch an hour long video on adopted owls, but here I am with zero regrets and a new interest❤😂

[@elsieooi4726]

Me too!

[@8AJL8]

Same. I subscribed! This was so wonderful to watch. 💕🥰

[@mercedesramosborrego5115]

IMPOSIBLE. EL INGLÉS JAMÁS LO ENTENDERÉ.

[@elliedaniels2245]

Me too!

[@Hikanaru_Aoki]

IT WAS AN HOUR LONG?? WOAH

[@paulina348]

This is absolutely incredible. I never thought I’ll be keen on watching 40 min documentary about owls, even though they are so fascinating. Luna and Bomber are both an amazing parents and Luna clearly fell in love with the chicks from the first sight. And it really seemed like she thanked you when she looked at the camera. Bomber is an incredible father and I low-key feel sorry for him lol, he tried so hard and wanted to be involved in caring for his kids! But I feel like I understand why Luna was so protective of them. She wanted to be a mother so bad and when her eggs didn’t hatch, she seemed to be really sad. So when she was blessed with her 'new' kids, she tried to do everything to keep them safe. Such a beautiful and heartwarming story :) thank you for helping the chicks and for helping Luna and Bomber - to become the parents they always wanted to be :)

[@TCB1975]

I was thinking the same thing. She really did look at the camera with a message in her eyes.

[@-SWeeT_VR-]

It made me smile at the fact Luna just adopted the two chicks with no care! She gonna be their perfect mother❤

[@amiliecai7909]

Haha it's so funny how Boomer is constantly sent out by Luna, but still comes back as a mate and a father. They have such a wonderful and loving relationship.

[@DivineKnight_115]

So cute when bomber arrives to see the chicks and she starts kissing him like she missed him and immediately is like GO GET FOOD DAMMIT!!!!

[@ScoopDogg]

@13:35

[@darkwitch8648]

Basically like actual women lol

[@reginabelo4690]

13:35

[@reginabelo4690]

100:122

[@reginabelo4690]

15:33

[@standamerica5914]

Thank God that you are helping this beautiful owl family!❤

[@phillblake6829]

This is one of the best things I seen on here ever. Incredible

[@Xiuying.official]

16:20 I love how when the birds come back Luna just looks at the camera with “that look” like she’s saying “bruh”

[@Fungus9000]

She says bruh too

[@mariapaz6379]

I love how the owlets interact with each other, they seem somewhat aware they are all siblings, even adopted. The ones that left the nest, come back often to greet and encourage their new siblings. Maybe as they grow, they, like luna, will be more open to adopt.

[@christinebrown6296]

This is delightful. Choked me up seeing 5 of the 6 sitting on the Branch together.🦉

[@MargaretWaggoner]

This is God’s work and I am here for all the owls. Bomber really gets the short end of the stick but i am sure he loves the babies just as much as Luna ❤️

[@horatiohornblower3757]

She came in to see her new chicks, and at least 5 mice strewn about the nest. She thought her eggs hatched and Bomber was on an absolute tear. The absolute surge of emotion must have been so great at that moment.

[@RobertEFuller]

It was a great moment to watch!

[@A_oliver_A]

​@@RobertEFuller nice fluffy owlets

[@mercedesramosborrego5115]

NO A LA GUERRA DE UCRANIA

[@jkf16m96]

"damn bomber u really killing it today"

[@lukaskapin5398]

Plot twist they coudnt understood, it was Divine help

[@Lonesome__Dove]

They might not be able to have their own, but theres plenty of orphaned owlets that need love and care. And luna and bomber love them exactly as if they were their own! Beautiful

[@RobertEFuller]

Yes it works so well

[@chrisbudesa9355]

@@RobertEFuller Are these owls ringed?

[@laurashipp447]

@@chrisbudesa9355 Yes, it shows the process starting at 24.07. Have a great one!!

[@Jimbly985]

Wow they are such good hunters! I didnt realize how much food these owls can catch, its kind of crazy!

[@peggymiller9064]

Robert, I've watched this when it first came out but I had to watch it again!! It's a most heartwarming story!!! 100% better than watching TV which I've totally given up. Thank you for sharing your journey in helping and photographing animals. I love animals and believe God put them here for us to love and care for. God bless you for what you do!!!💗

[@aliyahstinard3038]

imagine children are just continually being dropped off at your door. Parents are like "oh COME ON!"

[@chiihasagi7430]

the image of luna brooding the eggs for weeks and trapped inside the nest is so heartbreakingh

[@RobertEFuller]

But the story had a very happy ending.

[@cdelane3335]

Nature is so beautiful. That little yawn was so cute. This is so amazing to see.

[@RobertEFuller]

It really is!

[@nicknorthcutt7680]

Those owlets are some of the most precious little creatures on this beautiful planet. So special to be able to see them grow up like this.

[@TheMouseRanReverse]

I know birds don't necessarily experience emotions the exact same way we do, but the way she reacted to the first Jackdaw barricade vs the rest is so starkly different. It was like the first time she was genuinely depressed, but afterwards with her chicks she's back to her usual self.

[@LilyFlowers-hh3sc]

They release oxytocin and happy love chemicals in their brains just like we do. They get frustrated as they get older, sad when they leave etc. So they more like us than we think.

[@TheMouseRanReverse]

@@LilyFlowers-hh3sc It's more of exhibiting it than feeling it tbh. Humans have the ability of speech and language. Animals don't, so they show it in other ways.

[@LilyFlowers-hh3sc]

@@TheMouseRanReverse yes. I know that. I often say it's silly that humans say that animals can't talk like us and share the same language. I often say we should be wondering why we can't speak the animals language. You would think with all the technology we have we would be able to talk to them by now. I've never seen humans as particularly amazing. We are monkeys that know how to build bombs. That's about it. I'm smarter than I look though.

[@cheeks7050]

Lol how tf do you know that birds don't have feelings?

[@agreetodisagree4751]

@@LilyFlowers-hh3sc That's a good point. They understand what's going on, and with minimal verbosity!

[@user-yq8iv2uo8y]

i'm about 7 weeks pregnant, and this video just made me sob. i never thought i'd have the chance to be a mom, and watching Luna just embrace the orphans immediately made me so emotional

[@nityah6815]

Aww safe times for u n baby 🥰

[@user-yq8iv2uo8y]

@@nityah6815 we're both doing great! we have an ultrasound later this afternoon when I get off work, can't wait to see them! thank you for your sweet comment!

[@zedantyorant]

Good luck raising the little human, it's our future.

[@TJay41]

Congratulations, take care of yourself and get plenty of rest

[@WobblesandBean]

7 weeks, or months? Cuz 7 weeks is awfully early to be celebrating or going to ultrasound appointments. I just don't want something bad to happen 😞

[@jeanetteheydn1467]

So fabulous to watch. This is such an antidote to all the horrors of the moment. Your care for these animals is so heartening.Thank you.

[@targetedandfiring4336]

Luna must remember her time as an owlet well. She returned to the nest where she was taken in and seemed so happy to be a mom. I have to imagine she knew that those definitely weren't her babies but must have remembered her own time being taken in by a surrogate mother. And the way the owlets kept coming back to the nest to encourage their siblings was so sweet. Those Jackdaws had me worried. Felt like they were being a bit purposeful in setting up nests at the entrance of Luna's own nest.

[@MonsterMacLLC]

He’s more than a barn owl, he’s also a gentleman...

[@Gambit771]

Shame she isn't a lady.

[@KickinChickenSmilingCritters]

He's like: oh an egg

[@francoiseeyraud-vic2751]

Passionnée moi-même par les rapaces et autres oiseaux nocturnes, comme je vous envie, cher Monsieur Fuller, d’avoir le bonheur de pouvoir protéger et preserver de si magnifiques oiseaux! Merciiiiiiii pour ce beau reportage qui m’a émerveillé du début à la fin. Au fait, est-ce votre métier ou tout simplement une passion? En attendant, je vais guetter vos prochains reportages avec impatience!🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️❤️❤️❤️😍😍😍😍🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@user-wl4qs8xl3r]

@@Gambit771 why

[@silke3186]

yeah

[@Rogue-76]

its nice to see bomber get some alone time with the chicks every now and again you can see how much he cares for them in those moments

[@RobertEFuller]

Yes 🙌 it’s so funny when Luna catches him in the nest with them

[@witsend6671]

😂😂😂 yep! When Luna saw Bomber...."oh, WOT!! OUT YOU!!" 🤣🤣

[@victorious2738]

​@@witsend6671 "AHHHHH SORRY! I just want some time with the kiiiiiids! 😦"

[@marjcsb8672]

We are so lucky to have your animal care skills and filming abilities. The green pastures are an ever so lovely background as well. What an ongoing story of love and miracles. Thank you.

[@lokes6604]

It was so obvious that Donnie's first leap isn't actually a first as it looked so much more skilled when leaping onto the branch compared to the actual first timers xD

[@rajdas1201]

This might be one of the most beautiful things on the internet. The moment when Luna turns to the camera at 12:15 gives me goosebumps. It's almost as if she knows that the camera-man has gifted her those owlets.

[@ramellowade7441]

I was thinking the same thing

[@speedy4398]

Absolutely right its like she knows robert is her godfather

[@loop78]

YES I feel like people don't give animals enough credit for their intelligence and emotions! That moment was so beautiful ❤

[@quarantinedcosmonaut4082]

I agree ❤

[@daphnewilson7966]

And yet it's scary how (naturally!) their lives hang by a thread when the jackdaws block them in - twice! This is very much about human help, too. Scary. Nature has no mercy, no morality. Humanity is supposed to "rise above" that reality, yet proves over and over that ruthless tribal selfishness rules us, too.

[@JochenRoth]

It's absolutely wonderful how you support the animals. Unfortunately, owls in Germany are protected by law and I can only hang up nesting boxes but cannot intervene if something happens. Wonderful video and wonderful rescue!

[@ilovemyservicedog8862]

That makes no sense if they’re protected that means they’re not many of them, so why can’t you intervene if there’s a problem they could lead to their death that seems absolutely crazy]

[@JochenRoth]

@@ilovemyservicedog8862 You're right ! There are organizations in Germany, mostly organized in clubs. These associations have the right (by training various members) to work in nature reserves (similar to rangers). These Rangers do a lot, but they can't be everywhere. If private individuals like me want to help, they must first become members of these associations, undergo training and then they are allowed to help. Sometimes laws are a bit confusing. If I lived in the country (and not in a big city), I would immediately hang up nesting boxes.

[@MochaMilk595]

This toenail documentary was really emotional and wholesome. 10/10, the mrs. loved it!

[@D0nt4Get7hem00n]

I love how the spark in her eyes came back after the babies appeared and there was food there. She seemed so sad about the eggs and then POOF babies! It made me want to cry it was so cute.

[@deluxeedition4639]

I love the barn owl who just came to check the place out, tap the egg, and left without killing it like a lot of birds like to do to other's eggs

[@Muttie69]

@Auschwitz Soccer Ref. are you ok?.... what are u on about

[@vlynny]

@@Muttie69i think they are talking about birds killing other birds' eggs

[@deborahmorgan7584]

Robert….Absolutely heartwarming, educational and perfect for a Sunday morning. Just subscribed so I can see more. Thank you for such a peaceful presentation of nature at its best. (Already forwarded to several family members!). The looks these little owls gave the camera and each other were priceless. ❤

[@KelLovesFemboys]

He’s like, ‘egg?’ ‘Egg! Nest is taken, guess I’ll leave :/‘

[@frosttheicefloeturtle8143]

@@KelLovesFemboys XD exactly

[@websandy]

What incredible filming, like a secret window into the lives of these owls! It's been said that "nature is the author and man is the editor." You were certainly the editor for Luna & Bomber and their adopted owlets - very special to watch!

[@Saltine_American]

Never thought an owl would make me cry happy tears 🥹

[@Shawnsatisfiedwife]

Luna and bomber don't care if those chicks are theirs or not they will be theirs. Such an incredible couple

[@janelemoon]

For me its so shocking how much one can read in the owls eyes. Luna seems almost depressed when the eggs arent hatching, and then shes so surprised when she comes back and all excited to be a momma two big chicks. She seems protective over them for Bomber too, hahah.

[@carloslao6374]

Thank you for this. And thanks to all the human foster parents out there too, you're obviously part of the same story

[@goldengoose97]

The thumbnail totally looks like an owl chilling in his nest with little baby owl slippers on

[@TheOrignalTRockz]

So hilarious how Luna scolds him when he returns after she had to face all the struggles with those invading birds and blocked entrance and had nothing to feed the babies and herself. He then clearly tries to make it up, but she still holds a bit of a grudge, even though he clearly is a very dedicated and caring father. So wonderful to watch it all. Thank you so much for this wonderful documentary.

[@TzunSu]

So adorable. He really reminds me of a caring, but somewhat bumbling husband who really knows his place haha. The way he perks up when he hears her outside and rapidly skedaddles out of there looking like he's saying "I know darling, i know, i'm on my way!"

[@disco4535]

So hilarious how humans anthropomorphize

[@mayakuma]

@@disco4535 I mean what T Rockz said wasn't too far off, except the whole holding a grudge about invading birds story. That part does seem a bit forced onto the owls.

[@b-rare]

Perfect example of how both man and women equally needed. Todays society seemingly forgets

[@TheOrignalTRockz]

@@disco4535 The difference between a joke, funny comment, meant to make others smile, too, simply enjoying this great documentary and an overly eager and critical individual who thinks pestering others with negative comments, meant to disparage, could possibly make them appear somewhat superior; or, in other words, since you prefer technical terms: a teenager.

[@kristinaundcookie6447]

When the owlets were digging around, being mischievous and making a mess Luna looked into the camera like " *sigh* kids these days" 😂

[@sylviacooper9537]

I lived it when Dawn and Dusk checked out the new owlets!😊

[@HarpyHeartz]

Luna must be so lucky, getting a pair of wonderful healthy chicks and even catching a rabbit

[@kapa7197]

There's more story here than in most Hollywood movies. Not to mention educational and heartwarming. Thanks Robert for both your wildlife efforts and for the videos.

[@redruby8529]

Drama, intrigue, love and family, it is such a beautiful story!

[@themizefamily7429]

Well Said Thank you both!

[@anitameza3960]

It's amazing how calm they are when you are holding them.

[@glopry2190]

Their slow blinks make me tear up! They truly do appear to trust their handlers.

[@carolann95]

I think that Mr. Fuller just has a special connection with all wildlife. You are so right that they are very calm. He has the gentle, trusting touch and voice. Good point.

[@oldageisdumb]

Did you hear the clicking? They were NOT happy. Lol The “calm” was deceptive

[@carolann95]

@@oldageisdumb true, like little frozen soldiers except beak clicks as alarms ... to keep them wild is good for their survival

[@user-vj7jp2nd6s]

A beautiful touching story, showing us humans how we should care for each other.

[@JohnSmith-el6lk]

These people won the lottery when it came to having the perfect job. I'd trade my factory job for there's in a heartbeat. Great video.

[@madameallsy8359]

How Luna keeps telling Bomber to leave and find food is just like human mother, it's fascinating! Moms get mad if dad is home without food 🤣

[@RobertEFuller]

She was so funny when she caught him hanging out with the owlets

[@pamelafrye4667]

@Robert E Fuller lol lol 😆 😂 🤣... Shameful, just shameful, lol 😆 😂 🤣...

[@2xtreem4you]

Not these new gens. They will go on social media and strip half naked first

[@Gambit771]

She does seem as selfish and ungrateful and domineering as human mothers.

[@woodrowwilly]

​@@Gambit771Bro. Chill.